Ancient man lived off the land, making his own survival gear from what nature offered him. While all those old …
DIY: Making a heat tent
If you have to be out in the cold for an extended period of time, one way to warm up …
You should know this: How to spot drug users
You’re on the bus and the guy across from you has dilated eyes and can’t stop scratching his face. What …
DIY: Make a distress signal
Ground-to-air signs are used in times of distress. They are an internationally recognized emergency code that you could use anywhere …
DIY: How to track in the wild
Identifying wildlife tracks can be a great hobby for all seasons. Tracking is also a necessary skill for any serious …
Solar cooking! Cheap and easy in daylight!
On hot summer days, there is no real need to blow out your gas bill by using a stove. Solar …
Birthday cake in a box – the ‘Doing is Learning’ gift
How about a birthday gift that turns into a fun learning activity? This homemade gift introduces a child to the …
How to effectively clean your drinking glasses
Your Editor was watching the age-old “Cascade” commercial…you know, where the evil spirit called the “Spot-maker” dashes about the dishwasher …
Cleaner Cleaners!
Non-toxic cleaners Do you sometimes feel as if you’re killing yourself to keep your house clean? You literally may be, …
DIY: Apartment gardening
A great way to enjoy home grown vegetables is to become an apartment farmer. Not having a yard is no …
You should know this: How burglars think
Burglary victims often wonder why the burglar picked on their house. To find out you need to consider: “How does …
How to enjoy delicious grilled meat
Before grilling, allow your steak or meat to come to near room temperature for half an hour to take the chill …
DIY mushroom recipes
The fairy ring mushroom has a full flavor which makes them wonderful in a wide range of dishes such as …
High blood pressure: stopping a common killer
Roughly 29% of Americans suffer from high blood pressure. Hypertension can lead directly to heart disease, strokes, and kidney failure, …
Simple rule for portion size
Walking Fit prevention guide gives a new, easier way to determine proper, healthy portion sizes at mealtimes. Use your hand as …
DIY: Treating hypothermia
Here we look at hypothermia. Remember, these first aid suggestions are no substitute for getting a victim to a hospital …
DIY: Make a stone knife
A knife has three basic functions: – To puncture – To slash or chop – To cut A knife is …
Why is the solar system flat?
Sometimes we spend too much time focusing on what’s up close and we miss the big picture. Here’s a nice …
Make your own hardcore laundry soap
Making homemade laundry soap is so incredibly easy to do, you’ll wonder why you didn’t learn how to make it …
F.A.S.T. — Warning signs of stroke
THINK YOU ARE HAVING A STROKE? CALL 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELY! F.A.S.T. is an easy way to remember the sudden signs of …
Sleep aids: Know the downside
Sleep aids are common solution for those suffering from insomnia and are often recommended by doctors for those experiencing mild …
Clouds: Foretellers of weather
About 200 years ago an Englishman classified clouds according to what they looked like to a person seeing them from …
How to maintain your sink drains
Care and maintenance In sinks or tubs where hair is washed, use a plastic or metal “hair catcher” or screen to …
Stolen wallet? Limit the damage up front
Your wallet is stolen? Within days the thieves could run up huge debts, max out your credit cards, apply for …
Heartburn: What to take, what to avoid, when to give in.
Although the name may imply the heart, heartburn has absolutely nothing to do with the heart itself. Heartburn is pain …
I can’t sleep! How to treat insomnia
Everyone spends a night struggling to fall asleep at some point in their life. But for many, this insomnia can …
The Lace Lock – Now you know what that second lace hole is for!
I’m only putting this in as an example of how we sometimes look but don’t see. I bet, like me, …
How to split hostas
It’s that time of year. Many gardeners need to hack back the hostas and spread them around the yard. So …
DIY: Improvised compass
You can construct improvised compasses using a piece of ferrous metal that can be needle shaped or a flat double-edged …
You should know this: Car keys as security alarm
Put your car keys beside your bed at night. If you hear a noise outside your home or someone trying …